Solar setup at Oakland church provides energy security for community
A church in east Oakland has become a model for providing refuge during power shutoffs and brownouts. John Ramos reports. (11-13-22)
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A church in east Oakland has become a model for providing refuge during power shutoffs and brownouts. John Ramos reports. (11-13-22)
A grant from the federal government will go towards monitoring air quality in East Oakland through new sensors and an air monitoring van.
Police in Oakland are investigating after three people were wounded following two separate shootings in the city on Friday night and early Saturday morning.
The city of Oakland and its developer partners are receiving approximately $50 million to support the development of affordable rental housing units.
A father who lost his daughter 25 years ago to gun violence is spreading a message of love in Oakland.
A father who lost his daughter 25 years ago to gun violence is spreading a message of love in Oakland. Andrea Nakano reports. (11-10-22)
On Thursday evening, Alameda County released new vote count totals in the Oakland mayor race. Wilson Walker reports. (11-10-22)
A Livermore man died in a motorcycle crash Wednesday afternoon along Interstate Highway 580 in Oakland, according to the California Highway Patrol and the Alameda County coroner's bureau.
The use of force by police resulting in the 2020 death of Juan Carlos Ayon Barraza in Richmond was "reasonable under the totality of the circumstances," according to a report from the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office released Thursday.
The mayor's race in Oakland remained without a decision Wednesday evening, though the current frontrunner continued to widen his narrow lead.
Wilson Walker reports on the growing advantage City Councilmember Loren Taylor is taking in race to be mayor of Oakland (11-9-2022)
Fire crews battled a large fire that started under an I-880 overpass Wednesday afternoon, sending black smoke billowing across Oakland's downtown.
Police searched for suspects Wednesday who robbed an armored vehicle near a branch of Bank of America that morning.
It was still too early to call Oakland's mayoral race Tuesday night where a crowded field of 10 candidates were vying to succeed Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf, who is leaving office.
The top four Oakland mayoral candidates say they are focused on crime and homelessness.
At a firefighting skills camp in Oakland, 20 women found out that you never really know what you can do until you give it a try. John Ramos reports. (11-5-22)
The City of Oakland on Friday announced the launching of a low interest loan program to help convert un-permitted accessory dwellings into legal units.
Police in Oakland are investigating a fatal shooting near the Oakland Coliseum that left one victim dead Friday afternoon, according to authorities.
Police on the lookout for a stolen vehicle in Oakland came across the vehicle in the middle of the roadway with the driver asleep inside the vehicle, the department said.
A shooting Wednesday night in Oakland injured two people along International Boulevard.
The suspected hitman in the alleged murder-for-hire of an Oakland dentist has been formally charged with murder and conspiring to kill for cash.
Oakland might lose yet another professional sports team, if the MLB commissioner's predictions are correct.
Nelson Chia, the boyfriend arrested in the murder-for-hire slaying of Dr. Lili Xu in Oakland, fatally hanged himself at Santa Rita Jail Friday. Da Lin reports. (10-28-22)
Oakland police chief LeRonne Armstrong and Alameda County District Attorney Nancy O'Malley provide update on arrests in Lili Xu homicide (10-28-2022)
The Port of Oakland is set to receive millions of dollars of funding for upgrades. Wilson Walker breaks it down. (10-27-22)
Congressional Democrats are investigating clemency recipients who may have obtained favorable treatment from Trump or his advisers "through intermediaries, financial contributions, or other forms of influence."
Americans on tight budgets are getting hit especially hard by surging fuel costs, forcing some to make hard choices.
In the North Bay, tractors have been commonly used to trim down dry brush, but grazing is now gaining popularity.
Even as California's population decline continues, the Sacramento region is bucking the trend, with several Northern California cities now among the fastest-growing in the state.
Pinch-hitter Ty France delivered a two-run triple in the seventh inning to put San Diego ahead to stay as the Padres picked up a 5-1 win over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday.
Congressional Democrats are investigating clemency recipients who may have obtained favorable treatment from Trump or his advisers "through intermediaries, financial contributions, or other forms of influence."
Americans on tight budgets are getting hit especially hard by surging fuel costs, forcing some to make hard choices.
In the North Bay, tractors have been commonly used to trim down dry brush, but grazing is now gaining popularity.
Even as California's population decline continues, the Sacramento region is bucking the trend, with several Northern California cities now among the fastest-growing in the state.
Pinch-hitter Ty France delivered a two-run triple in the seventh inning to put San Diego ahead to stay as the Padres picked up a 5-1 win over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday.
On what would have been his 95th birthday, a stretch of Interstate 80 in San Francisco has been officially renamed to honor San Francisco Giants legend Willie Mays.
Authorities on the Peninsula said five human trafficking survivors were rescued and one person was detained as part of a nationwide operation.
Two Southern California residents suspected of multiple felony and misdemeanor crimes and were arrested after a traffic stop in the Bay Area on Sunday evening, authorities said.
A coyote that gained international attention after it was spotted swimming in frigid San Francisco Bay and arriving at Alcatraz Island earlier this year began its epic swim farther away than initially assumed, according to the National Park Service.
The neighborhood across from Cuesta Park has been undergoing a replacement of all the water main pipes, and the problem began April 24. A contract worker reportedly recharged a water main without properly closing a valve, sending some cement slurry into the line.
For more than 20 years, a Pleasanton woman has provided special handmade gifts of comfort to children in crisis.
California lawmakers are considering a bill that would ensure insurance companies cover the cost of scalp cooling technology for cancer patients.
A man was shot to death in a neighborhood in Antioch on Monday morning and a suspect was arrested nearby, police said.
Oakland City Councilmember Carroll Fife said she supports Oakland First Fridays because it helps boost local businesses, but said the city is dealing with a broader crowd-control problem in the uptown and downtown areas.
Police in Oakland released additional details and vowed more arrests would be made, after dozens of riders on ATVs and dirt bikes took over the Bay Bridge on Sunday.
During Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we want to highlight the life and legacy of Japanese American Takayoshi "Dick" Miyagawa.
A man who shot a Mountain View police officer at point blank range during a traffic stop in 2022 was found guilty of attempted murder, authorities said.
A hospital in Santa Clara County is working to find the source of contamination that led to several people being infected by Legionella bacteria.
A shooting at an apartment complex in San Jose left one person dead and the shooter was at large, police said.
Authorities in the South Bay have arrested a man in connection with at least two sexual assaults involving a local tattoo business and are searching for any additional victims.
In the North Bay, tractors have been commonly used to trim down dry brush, but grazing is now gaining popularity.
After years of devastating wildfires, droughts, and floods, many North Bay communities banned new gas stations as part of an effort to fight climate change. But the Town of Windsor may be making a U-turn.
Just before 8:30 p.m., officers near Sebastopol Road and Avalon Avenue heard multiple gunshots coming from Dutton Avenue, just outside of the festival area.
Three retail theft suspects were arrested after a chase by sheriff's deputies in Santa Rosa and a crash over the weekend, authorities said.
Police in Vallejo have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a woman who was dropped off at a hospital with a gunshot wound last week.
Pinch-hitter Ty France delivered a two-run triple in the seventh inning to put San Diego ahead to stay as the Padres picked up a 5-1 win over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday.
On what would have been his 95th birthday, a stretch of Interstate 80 in San Francisco has been officially renamed to honor San Francisco Giants legend Willie Mays.
With yet another top-five pick, GM Mike Grier and his staff can augment a young group already led by Macklin Celebrini and including Will Smith and Michael Misa.
Jackson Merrill had three hits and drove in two runs, Xander Bogaerts homered and the San Diego Padres tied their season highs for hits with 14 and runs in a 10-5 victory over the San Francisco Giants.
Jonathan Aranda hit a game-ending single in the 10th inning to cap a 4-for-5 afternoon, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the San Francisco Giants 2-1 to complete a three-game sweep.
A man who shot a Mountain View police officer at point blank range during a traffic stop in 2022 was found guilty of attempted murder, authorities said.
A shooting at an apartment complex in San Jose left one person dead and the shooter was at large, police said.
Authorities in the South Bay have arrested a man in connection with at least two sexual assaults involving a local tattoo business and are searching for any additional victims.
Authorities on the Peninsula said five human trafficking survivors were rescued and one person was detained as part of a nationwide operation.
Just before 8:30 p.m., officers near Sebastopol Road and Avalon Avenue heard multiple gunshots coming from Dutton Avenue, just outside of the festival area.
A proposed $250 million settlement would compensate millions of consumers who bought the iPhone 16, iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Career experts say workers and job seekers should take charge of their own AI education. Here's how to get started.
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
As AI-generated music spreads, Spotify says it wants to help users "trust the authenticity" of what they're listening to.
A memory chip shortage is driving up computer prices for consumers, reversing a decades-long drop in hardware costs.
A hospital in Santa Clara County is working to find the source of contamination that led to several people being infected by Legionella bacteria.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
An ice cream company based in the San Francisco Bay Area is recalling dozens of products after they were sold without labels disclosing potentially dangerous allergens.
Health officials in San Francisco announced Wednesday that an infant who recently traveled outside the United States has tested positive for measles.
Congressional Democrats are investigating clemency recipients who may have obtained favorable treatment from Trump or his advisers "through intermediaries, financial contributions, or other forms of influence."
A former cellmate has previously claimed that the note was written by Epstein after a failed suicide attempt less than a month before his death.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
Iranian vessels fired on U.S. ships guiding vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in the U.S. sinking several small Iranian boats.
"I do think this particular job plays a more direct role in the everyday lives of Californians than just about any other role in state politics," said Caroline Heldman, a professor at Occidental College.
Philz Coffee will once again sport the Pride flag at its cafés after a directive to have them and other flags removed created a backlash.
The Trump administration agreed to restore the Stonewall National Monument's Pride flag in Greenwich Village after it was removed.
Philz Coffee's move to remove the Pride flag and all other flags from their stores is brewing up some strong reaction.
Transgender women athletes are now excluded from women's events at the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday.
The Trump administration has given San Jose State University 10 days to change its policy on transgender athletes or face legal action and possibly lose federal funding.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
At Last Rites, the weekly gathering goes beyond simply watching a television show. For fans, it's an immersive experience, one that brings them closer to the world of "Survivor," and to each other.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Michael Tilson Thomas, the 12-time Grammy Award winning composer and famed conductor who led the San Francisco Symphony for a quarter century, has died.
Pop star Britney Spears has voluntarily checked into rehab following her DUI arrest in Ventura County in March, a representative for the singer told CBS LA.
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oakland Unified School District has seen an alarming spike in the number of unhoused students in the school system who deal with a host of challenges far beyond what most children face.
Meteorologist and CBS News Bay Area's resident pilot Lt. Jessica Burch got a treat during Fleet Week, taking to the skies with one of the Blue Angels.
A Bay Area man discovered his devastating loss left him with a new opportunity to rethink how he lives -- follow his journey in virtual reality, 360-degree video.
A groundbreaking medical study involving the UCSF Medical Center has shown some colorectal cancer patients can safely skip radiation treatment and enjoy a potentially higher quality of life.
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
On Thursday, expect the coast to remain cloudy and cool. Meanwhile, inland areas are expected to warm up, with highs in the 70s and low 80s. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Police in Santa Rosa said a 19-year-old has been arrested in connection with a shooting near a Cinco de Mayo festival Tuesday night.
In the North Bay, tractors have been commonly used to trim down dry brush, but grazing is now gaining popularity.
The North Bay town of Windsor could be turning to the pump to help deal with its deficit. The Town Council will consider repealing a ban on building new gas stations to help balance the books. John Ramos reports.
Bay Area thieves area causing constant damage and widespread internet outages in search of copper wire, while crews repeatedly replace wiring in the same areas. Brad Hamilton reports on why it is so hard to stop the theft.
In 2025, KPIX is moving to a new community service award: the CBS News Bay Area Icon Award. Submit nominations for an outstanding community hero at kpix.com/icon.
It's the most wonderful time of the year for a South Bay woman who has played Mrs. Claus for more than 40 years for the children of North San Jose's Alviso District.
For residents of the Oakland Hills, the prospect of another wildfire always remains a concern. This week's Jefferson Awards winner has made it his mission to make the hills and other high-risk areas safer.
In East Palo Alto -- where state education numbers show more than nine in ten public school students are low income and more than half are English learners -- many are finding hope and connection at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula.
This week's Jefferson Award winner is Army veteran who continues to live a life of service into his 80s, by feeding hundreds of San Francisco families a week.
A Bay Area man who overcame tremendous obstacles to excel in school has made it his mission to gear up other students for success in the classroom and in life.
For Students Rising Above scholar Josh Collins it took moving across the country to realize the value of his Bay Area family.
Samir Hooker had to grow up fast after his stepfather was shot dead 12 years ago. Now he is watching over his mom and sister while attending UC Berkeley.
It's hard enough to graduate from one of the most prestigious schools in the country when you're the first in your family to go to college. Imagine doing that while you're also trying to protect your parents from being deported?
Some students who are the first in their families to go to college face the challenge of balancing a rigorous academic load while still working to help support their family back home.